WHO: Nipah Virus Spread Risk from India Low, No Travel Restrictions

• The World Health Organisation (WHO) stated on January 30 that the risk of the deadly Nipah virus spreading from India is low.
• WHO does not recommend any travel or trade restrictions following India's report of two Nipah virus cases.
• India's Union Health Ministry confirmed the Nipah virus outbreak has been contained in West Bengal, where two cases were reported.
• All 196 identified contacts of the patients were quarantined and tested, with all results returning negative.
• Nipah virus, a zoonotic disease with a 40-75% fatality rate, has no vaccine; treatment involves supportive care.

Why It Matters: WHO confirms low risk of Nipah virus spread from India, advises against travel restrictions.